Curried Shrimp Recipe

Name: Curried Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 pound small new potatoes; 2 tablespoons corn or safflower oil; 3/4 pound sliced onion; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric; 18 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne; Freshly ground black pepper to taste; 10 -ounce package frozen peas; 1/2 pound fresh cooked, peeled shrimp; 1 to 1 1/2 cups low-fat plain yogurt; 2 tablespoons minced mint or coriander (optional)

Servings: persons

3/4 pound small new potatoes
2 tablespoons corn or safflower oil
3/4 pound sliced onion
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
18 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
10 -ounce package frozen peas
1/2 pound fresh cooked, peeled shrimp
1 to 1 1/2 cups low-fat plain yogurt
2 tablespoons minced mint or coriander (optional)

1
Put water on to boil for potatoes in covered pot.
2
Scrub and halve potatoes but do not peel, and boil them in covered pot, about 15 minutes.
3
Meanwhile, heat oil and saute onion, cumin, coriander, turmeric, cayenne and black pepper in hot oil.
4
When onions begin to soften add peas and break up.
5
When potatoes are cooked, drain and quarter and add to peas and onions along with shrimp and yogurt.
6
Heat shrimp and yogurt through but do not allow to boil or yogurt will separate.
7
Chop mint or fresh coriander.
8
Serve shrimp mixture with sprinkling of mint or coriander.

386

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 pound small new potatoes, 2 tablespoons corn or safflower oil, 3/4 pound sliced onion, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Curried Shrimp falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Curried Shrimp

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Variations & substitutions

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